• Job Description

  Req#: 49525
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  An opportunity to be a part of the Vanuatu Australia Education Support Program Phase II (VAESP II) targeted support to Ministry of Education and Training to implement the Vanuatu Education and Training Sector Strategy (VETSS)
  Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
  Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website.
  The opportunity
  • Support the Ministry of Education & Training (MoET) to plan and implement its reform agenda
  • Strategic and highly specialised role, based in Port Vila, Vanuatu with provincial travel
  • Full-time contract for 12 months with possibility of extension
  Key responsibilities
  • Working closely with MoET M&E personnel and relevant Provincial Education Officers, with support from the VAESP implementation team, to lead key research and evaluation activities including but not limited to:
  • A positive deviance study to identify factors in high performing schools and inform future education reform efforts.
  • A situational analysis of the Ministry’s monitoring and performance systems leading to recommendations for enhanced performance systems, and coordinated efforts amongst donors and education sector partners.
  • Support the MoET Policy and Planning Directorate in the planning and roll-out of the Corporate Plan baseline collection process.
  • Overall, provide education reform specialist advice, based on evidence-based best practice to MoET, DFAT, and the VAESP leadership team.
  Selection criteria
  • A relevant post-graduate qualification in education.
  • Proven experience in supporting government to strengthen systems for education system reform.
  • Deep knowledge of current research in key aspects of education reform for improved student learning outcomes.
  • Excellent cross-cultural communication skills, ideally with proven expertise working in the Pacific or resource-constrained environments.
  For complete position description please click here. Password TetraTech2025
  How to apply
  Please submit your application by clicking "Apply for job" at the top of this page.
  A completed application includes:
  • Resume
  • Statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes align with the selection criteria
  Applications close: Sunday, 1 June 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST
  Why Tetra Tech International Development?
  As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.
  Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.
  Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities and experiences to apply.
  Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com or phone (08) 8375 4400.
  Project opportunity
  Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients
  Education (International Development)
  Additional Information
  • Organization: 755 COZ
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  Tetra Tech, Inc. is an American Pasadena, California-based consulting and engineering services firm.

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